Sha’arei Dura [Rabbinic Code]. With commentary Atereth Shlomo by R. Solomon Luria (MaHaRShA”L)

AUCTION 46 | Thursday, September 10th, 2009 at 1:00

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ISAAC BEN MEIR OF DÜREN.

Sha’arei Dura [Rabbinic Code]. With commentary Atereth Shlomo by R. Solomon Luria (MaHaRShA”L)

Title within architectural columns. On title, inscriptions of former owners. ff. 54, 7. Ex-library. Few stains and trace worm-holes. Modern half-calf marbled boards. Sm. folio Vinograd, Lublin 77; Mehlman 740

Lublin: Joel ben Aaron Halevi and Partners 1599

Est: $1,200 - $1,800

PRICE REALIZED $1,100

R. Isaac of Dueren (second half of the 13th-century) was a pre-eminent German halachic authority. His Sha'arei Dura is one of the most important Codes concerning dietary and menstrual laws. It is based upon the traditions of both Germany and France and became the fundamental basis for halacha in these particular areas. The MaHaRShA”L's commentary is appreciated for its clarity and orderly, erudite presentation.